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Based on 49 CFR 178.514, the requirements for plywood boxes are:
* Identification Code: The box must use the identification code 4D.
* Construction Materials:
* The plywood must be at least 3-ply and made from well-seasoned rotary cut, sliced, or sawn veneer that is commercially dry and free of strength-reducing defects.
* All adjacent plies must be glued together using a water-resistant adhesive.
* Other suitable materials may be combined with plywood in the box's construction.
* Strength and Capacity: The material strength and construction method must match the box's capacity and intended use.
* Assembly: Boxes must be nailed or secured to corner posts or ends, or assembled using other equally suitable devices.
* Weight Limit: The maximum net mass allowed is 400 kg (882 pounds).